Despite this Ms Merkel has remained diplomatic and has made no comment on the perceived slights.

But Ms Merkel’s look of confusion at why Mr Trump’s daughter, who has no formal role in the White House, was included in such a high level meeting is what has set social media ablaze with derision and anger.

Ivanka: I would love to talk to you about advancement for women. Merkel: Come back when you get a job your daddy didn't give you. pic.twitter.com/FRMbmbZ4yH